Conor McGregor hints at deal reached to make his UFC return: ‘Mr. Confidence returns to save fighting again!’
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Conor McGregor has hinted at a return to the UFC after five years, posting a message on social media suggesting he has reached a deal for his next fight, likely scheduled for International Fight Week in July.
- Negotiations between McGregor and the UFC have been progressing positively, with adjustments needed due to the UFC's new seven-year, $7.7 billion deal with Paramount that changed the pay-per-view model and affected fighter salaries.
- McGregor expressed excitement about working with Paramount+, where his upcoming fight is expected to be streamed, and he referenced the event with enthusiastic and colorful language on Instagram.
- The UFC is planning a major card on July 11 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, expected to be UFC 329, which is a probable venue for McGregor’s return fight, pending Nevada Athletic Commission approval.
- McGregor’s return is highly anticipated given his status as the UFC’s biggest draw, and his comeback fight is expected to generate significant revenue through ticket sales, merchandising, and advertising despite the UFC's recent financial losses on other events.
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